Face shape guide
Diamond Face Shape
Narrow forehead and jaw with the cheekbones as the clear widest point.
What is a diamond face shape?
A diamond face shape is narrowest at the forehead and chin, with the cheekbones flaring out as the widest part of the face. This creates an angular, faceted look, often with a more pointed chin. // TODO(human-review): verify general proportions — diamond is often described as one of the least common shapes, which is a common claim rather than a verified statistic.
Key traits
- Forehead
- Narrow, often the narrowest point along with the chin.
- Cheekbones
- High and prominent — clearly the widest part of the face.
- Jawline
- Narrow and angular, often with visible definition near the chin.
- Chin
- Frequently pointed or narrow, tapering from an angular jaw.
- Length vs. width
- Face is often of moderate length with the width concentrated sharply at cheekbone level.
Often confused with
Diamond vs. heart
Heart faces are widest at the forehead and taper to the chin, while diamond faces are widest at the cheekbones with both forehead and chin narrower.
Diamond vs. square
Square faces have a wide, angular jaw close in width to the forehead, while diamond faces narrow sharply at both the forehead and the jaw.
Styling goals
A common styling goal is to add width near the forehead and jaw to soften the sharp emphasis on the cheekbones, creating a more oval-like overall impression.
Hairstyles
Full guide →Do
- Styles with volume or layers at the jawline and chin can add width where the face narrows.
- Side-swept bangs can add fullness to a narrower forehead.
- Chin-length bobs with soft, outward layers are frequently suggested.
Avoid
- Styles pulled tightly back with no width near the temples can emphasize the narrowness of the forehead.
- Very short, cropped cuts with no fullness near the jaw can leave the cheekbones looking even more prominent by contrast.
Glasses
Full guide →Do
- Oval or rimless frames tend to soften angular cheekbones without adding competing sharp lines.
- Frames with detail along the brow line can add width to a narrower forehead.
Avoid
- Narrow frames that sit entirely within the width of the cheekbones can make the eye area look pinched.
- Heavily geometric frames can add to an already angular look.
Necklines & accessories
Do
- Necklines that sit at or just below the collarbone, like scoop or V-necks, tend to balance prominent cheekbones.
- Earrings with width at the top, like chandelier or drop styles, can soften a narrow forehead area.
Avoid
- High, tight necklines can draw extra attention to the cheekbones and jaw.
- Small stud earrings positioned high on the ear may not offer much visual balance.
Beard styles
Full guide →Do
- Fuller beard styles with width at the jawline and chin can soften sharply angled cheekbones.
- Growth that fills in along the jaw rather than staying short can add balance to a narrow lower face.
Avoid
- Very closely trimmed beards that leave the jaw looking narrow can make the cheekbones look even more prominent.
Want to confirm your diamond face shape?
Upload a photo to the Face Shape Detector for an instant estimate, then use the guidance above to style it.
Try the Face Shape Detector →Frequently asked questions
Is diamond the rarest face shape?
It's often described as less common than shapes like oval or round in popular styling articles, but there's no single authoritative survey behind that claim, and face shape distribution varies by population.
How do I know if my face is diamond and not heart-shaped?
Check your forehead width against your cheekbones: if your forehead is clearly narrower than your cheekbones (not just equal or wider), and your chin is also narrow, diamond is more likely than heart.
What glasses suit a diamond face shape?
Oval, rimless, or browline frames are commonly suggested because they soften the cheekbones' width without adding more angular lines to the face.